Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares Recipe

Indulge your chocolate cravings without the guilt! These decadent chocolate squares are naturally sweetened with fruit, making them a healthier treat for the whole family. Adapted from Eat Better America, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers intensely delicious results. Get ready for a delightful dessert that's both satisfying and surprisingly good for you!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 119.6 kcal

Protein 4g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares

All Purpose Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
Ground Flax Seeds
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Egg Whites
Sugar
Unsweetened Applesauce
Canola Oil
Nonfat Milk
Zucchini
½ cup mashed banana (about 1 medium banana)
Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips

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How to Make Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Make a well in the center.
In a separate bowl, whisk together ½ cup applesauce, ½ cup mashed banana (about 1 medium banana), ⅓ cup maple syrup, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Pour the wet ingredients into the well in the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in the remaining ½ cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
Let the squares cool completely in the pan before cutting into 24 squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares?

Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares?

Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares has approximately 119.6 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares?

The key ingredients for Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares are All Purpose Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Ground Flax Seeds, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Powder, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.